Shift Engineer

Smurfit Westrock; City Of London; Vor Ort; GBP 40.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Cycle to Work

Pension

Zusammenfassung

Smurfit Westrock is seeking proactive, multi-skilled Shift Engineers (electrically biased) to join our UK plant. You will support reactive and preventive maintenance across production shifts, install and repair electrical and mechanical systems, and help drive continuous improvement with a team of engineers and operators.

The role requires hands-on technical capability, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work safely in a fast-paced FMCG environment on a continental shift pattern.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum of BTEC Level 3 in Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Demonstrable electrical and mechanical installation experience.
• Capable of using PLC I/O as a diagnostic tool.
• Experience in FMCG manufacturing environments preferred.
• Self-motivated with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Hybrid role requiring both electrical and mechanical capabilities.

Aufgaben

• Provide engineering support for Reactive and Preventative Maintenance requirements.
• Identify necessary parts and equipment for repairs and book out items.
• Carry out electrical and mechanical installations and repairs as required.
• Make informed decisions to address breakdowns and complete projects.
• Complete maintenance activities timely and to the required standard with safe methods.
• Contribute to and close out relevant Engineering KPIs.
• Ensure safe system of work is risk assessed and applied.
• Work independently and as part of a team with multiple departments.

Kenntnisse

Electrical installation

Mechanical installation

PLC diagnostics

Team player

Work under pressure

Problem solving

Ausbildung

BTEC Level 3 in Engineering

Engineering Apprenticeship

HNC or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Additional Proactive Multi-Skilled Shift Engineers (Electrically Biased) are required to join an expanding team, to provide a dedicated and timely response to equipment breakdowns, preventative maintenance plans and improvement tasks, across all areas of production and shifts. You will be self-motivated, an excellent communicator and have both a can-do attitude, and a continuous improvement mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for all Reactive and Preventative Maintenance requirements
• Identify necessary parts and equipment required for repairs and improvements, and book out stored items correctly to help with stock level controls
• Carry out both electrical and mechanical installations and repairs within skill set and scope of ability
• Make rational and informed decisions to address breakdowns and complete individual projects
• Complete all maintenance activities in a timely manner and to the required standard, always ensuring safe working methods
• Contribute to, and close out all relevant Engineering KPIs
• Ensure a robust and clearly communicated safe system of work is risk assessed and properly applied for all activities undertaken
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team, with Engineering, Manufacturing, H&S and all other required departments.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum of BTEC Level 3 in Engineering field, Engineering Apprentice, HNC or equivalent qualification
• Demonstrable Electrical / Mechanical installation experience
• Capable of using PLC I/O as a diagnostic tool
• Familiar with current Legislation & European Directives as applicable to this role
• Previous Engineering experience ideally from an FMCG environment, within a production or service industry - Print experience beneficial
• Self-motivator who is calm under pressure
• Able to prioritise between preventative, predictive and reactive work tasks and work with a logical approach to problem solving
• Knows own limitations and asks for support from colleagues to ensure completion of tasks in a timely manner
• Works in a methodical way, ensuring care and attention to detail in all tasks
• Proactive Team player but capable of working on own initiative
• These roles involve both mechanical and electrical work and we are interested in candidates with skills biased in Electrical engineering fields, with proven skills, knowledge and experience in Mechanical engineering, to enable them to work as a hybrid engineer.

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we're committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

Our Shift Engineers work a continental shift pattern (mix of days & nights, with 15 days off at the end of the rotation) at our industry leading conversion plant on junction 29a of the M1.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.

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